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1.1.1Perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and
division calculations of whole numbers.9 34 48 2.43
1.1.2Perform addition and subtraction calculations of
common fractions.19 39 33 2.15
1.1.3Perform multiplication and division calculations of
common fractions.27 38 26 1.99
1.1.4Perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and
division calculations of decimal fractions.26 37 28 2.02
1.1.5 Perform ratio and proportion calculations. 33 37 20 1.86
1.1.6Perform percent, percentage, and discount
calculations.26 42 23 1.97
1.1.7Perform angular, length, and converted
temperature measure calculations.19 43 29 2.11
1.1.8 Perform area calculations. 19 41 31 2.13
1.1.9 Perform volume calculations. 22 41 25 2.03
1.1.10 Solve basic equations. 16 35 39 2.26
1.1.11 Demonstrate the use of order of operations. 22 34 35 2.14
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CONTENT STANDARD 1.0: TRADE MATH
Performance Standard 1.1: Basic Math
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2.1.1 Describe potential excavation site hazards. 27 34 27 2.00
2.1.2Explain proper personal protective equipment
(PPE) use.12 38 39 2.30
2.1.3Describe proper material handling, storage, use,
and disposal.12 44 34 2.24
2.1.4Describe ladder, stairway, and scaffold hazards
and proper use.4 43 43 2.43
2.1.5Describe jobsite electrical hazards and proper
lockout/tagout use.7 22 61 2.60
2.1.6Describe proper refrigerant and pressure vessel
use and storage.8 27 55 2.52
2.1.7Identify safety data sheets (SDS) properties of
chemicals specific to HVAC.11 46 33 2.24
2.1.8Identify and describe environmental hazards
(e.g., lead, silica, asbestos, carbon monoxide). 12 35 43 2.34
2.1.9Identify the hazards associated with confined
spaces.14 34 41 2.30
2.1.10Use appropriate fire extinguishers and other
safety devices.13 31 46 2.37
2.1.11Describe the importance of safety procedures for
brazing and soldering.6 32 52 2.51
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3.1.1Describe proper use of hand tools used in the
HVAC Industry.9 49 30 2.24
3.1.2Describe proper use of power tools used in the
HVAC Industry.9 44 35 2.30
3.1.3 Describe proper use of various types of torches. 14 43 31 2.19
3.1.4Describe proper use of piping and tubing
fabrication tools.12 49 26 2.16
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CONTENT STANDARD 2.0: GENERAL SAFETY
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Performance Standard 2.1: Workplace Safety
Performance Standard 3.1: Power and Hand Tool Use
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CONTENT STANDARD 3.0: TOOLS AND MATERIALS
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3.2.1
Identify the purpose of the piping, tubing, and
fittings used in the heating, air-conditioning, and
refrigeration industry.
9 44 35 2.30
3.2.2Identify appropriate brazing and soldering alloys
and materials.12 37 39 2.31
3.2.3
Explain the purposes and procedures for
protecting piping materials and fabrication, such
as valves, fittings, and products from heat.
11 37 40 2.33
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4.1.1Identify HVAC Idaho Administrative Procedures
Act (IDAPA) rules and statutes.20 44 20 2.00
4.1.2Define key terms as applied to the International
Fuel Gas Code (IFGC).22 38 24 2.02
4.1.3Describe the building structural safety
requirements for fuel gas equipment installation.14 36 34 2.24
4.1.4
Determine proper fuel gas equipment
combustion, ventilation, and dilution air
requirements.
7 29 48 2.49
4.1.5Identify the requirements for installation of fuel
gas fired equipment in a masonry chimney.10 37 37 2.32
4.1.6Identify fuel gas equipment location, access, and
service space requirements.7 39 38 2.37
4.1.7Describe proper appliance condensate disposal
and clearance reduction methods.9 52 23 2.17
4.1.8 Perform gas pipe sizing exercises. 9 42 33 2.29
4.1.9 Identify proper gas pipe installation methods. 8 39 37 2.35
4.1.10Describe proper gas pipe inspection, testing, and
purging procedures.7 38 39 2.38
4.1.11Describe chimney and vent types and
construction.11 48 25 2.17
Performance Standard 4.1: Fuel Gas Piping and Venting
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Performance Standard 3.2: Tubing and Piping
CONTENT STANDARD 4.0: FUEL GAS PIPING AND VENTING
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4.1.12 Determine chimney installation requirements. 13 45 26 2.15
4.1.13 Determine gas vent installation requirements. 6 44 33 2.33
4.1.14Describe gas appliance category I, II, III, and IV
characteristics.16 41 27 2.13
4.1.15Identify proper gas vent connector installation
requirements.7 47 30 2.27
4.1.16 Describe category I venting principles. 13 44 27 2.17
4.1.17Perform single appliance category I vent sizing
exercises.10 49 25 2.18
4.1.18Perform multiple appliance category I vent sizing
exercises.11 47 26 2.18
4.1.19Determine capacity penalties for offsets in
common vent and vent connectors.15 44 25 2.12
4.1.20Determine specific fuel gas appliance installation
requirements.12 36 36 2.29
4.1.21Determine mechanical equipment location,
access, and service space requirements.8 44 32 2.29
4.1.22Determine combustion air location and sizing
requirements.5 28 50 2.54
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5.1.1Explain natural, LP gas, and fuel oil combustion
characteristics.22 37 23 2.01
5.1.2 Describe the application of geothermal systems. 47 28 5 1.48
5.1.3Describe the application of renewable energy
systems.49 26 6 1.47
5.1.4Describe the application of electric production
systems.46 27 8 1.53
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Performance Standard 5.1: Energy Sources
CONTENT STANDARD 5.0: ENERGY SOURCES
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6.1.1Describe fossil-fuel and electrical furnace
operations.16 45 20 2.05
6.1.2Describe the typical configuration of residential
split air conditioning systems.11 5 20 2.11
6.1.3List various types of commercial air conditioning
systems and their application.26 41 14 1.85
6.1.4Describe the configuration of common duct
systems.13 51 17 2.05
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7.1.1 Perform energy conversion calculations. 43 31 7 1.56
7.1.2Perform sensible, latent, and total heat
calculations.33 32 16 1.79
7.1.3Differentiate between saturated, superheated,
and subcooled refrigerant.17 34 30 2.16
7.1.4Explain atmospheric, absolute, and gauge
pressure relationship.25 40 16 1.89
7.1.5Convert gauge pressure, absolute pressure, and
vacuum.28 34 19 1.89
7.1.6Diagram a basic refrigeration cycle identifying
pressure, temperature, and state of refrigerant.18 36 27 2.11
7.1.7List the type and function of the four major
refrigeration components.13 42 25 2.15
7.1.8 Describe the methods of heat transfer. 18 41 22 2.05
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Performance Standard 7.1: Intro to Applied Science
CONTENT STANDARD 6.0: BASIC SYSTEMS OVERVIEW
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Performance Standard 6.1: Basic Systems Overview
CONTENT STANDARD 7.0: INTRO TO APPLIED SCIENCE
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8.1.1Apply National Electric Code (NEC) standards to
HVAC electrical circuit installations.18 41 21 2.04
8.1.2Interpret HVAC manufacturer electrical name
plate data.17 29 33 2.20
8.1.3Apply appropriate code standards to appliance
installation.8 32 40 2.40
8.1.4Describe gas, oil, and electrical appliance
installation, start-up, and checkout procedures.10 36 34 2.30
8.1.5Describe sheet metal, fiberglass, and flex duct
installation procedures.17 47 16 1.99
8.1.6
Describe split and packaged air conditioning
system installation, start-up, and checkout
procedures.
9 51 19 2.13
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CONTENT STANDARD 8.0: APPLIANCE INSTALLATION
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9.1.1Describe the application of architectural plans
and specifications.33 34 10 1.70
9.1.2Interpret mechanical, plumbing, and electrical
drawing symbols.20 39 18 1.97
9.1.3Interpret specification documents and apply to
plans.29 31 18 1.86
9.1.4Interpret shop drawings and apply to plans and
specifications.25 34 19 1.92
9.1.5Describe a submittal and its derivation, routing,
and makeup.40 30 8 1.59
9.1.6Develop cut lists for duct runs from shop
drawings.35 31 12 1.71
9.1.7Interpret as-built modifications on HVAC
mechanical plans.31 32 15 1.79
9.1.8 Perform HVAC equipment and material takeoff. 35 31 12 1.71
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CONTENT STANDARD 9.0: INTRODUCTION TO CONSTRUCTION DRAWINGS AND
SPECIFICATIONS
Performance Standard 9.1: Introduction to Construction Drawings and
Specifications
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10.1.1 Describe basic electrical theory. 18 34 25 2.09
10.1.2Describe series, parallel, and combination circuit
characteristics.24 31 22 1.97
10.1.3 Calculate electrical circuit values. 33 31 13 1.74
10.1.4 Describe electrical meter functions. 22 37 18 1.95
10.1.5 Measure electrical circuit values. 20 35 22 2.03
10.1.6 Identify electrical symbols. 21 34 22 2.01
10.1.7 Draw basic HVAC electrical circuit diagrams. 25 33 19 1.92
10.1.8Interpret basic residential HVAC schematic
diagrams.15 33 29 2.18
10.1.9Interpret basic commercial HVAC schematic
diagrams.22 31 24 2.03
10.1.10 Explain AC circuit characteristics. 18 42 17 1.99
10.1.11 Describe power distribution transformer systems. 33 35 8 1.67
10.1.12Calculate HVAC branch circuit conductor,
breaker, and disconnect sizes.29 31 17 1.84
10.1.13 Describe basic motor theory. 24 41 11 1.83
10.1.14 Describe the five single-phase motor types. 35 35 7 1.64
10.1.15 Identify single-phase motor diagrams. 26 36 15 1.86
10.1.16Explain single-phase motor starting relay
operation.29 39 9 1.74
10.1.17 Calculate motor capacitor replacement values. 26 40 11 1.81
10.1.18 Explain three-phase motor operation. 25 41 11 1.82
10.1.19 Explain ECM motor operation. 28 36 12 1.79
10.1.20Perform Ohm’s law calculations to series,
parallel, and combination circuits.25 33 18 1.91
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CONTENT STANDARD 10.0: BASIC ELECTRICITY
Performance Standard 10.1: Basic Electricity
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11.1.1Describe indoor air quality (IAQ) factors as
related to HVAC.26 41 9 1.78
11.1.2Identify various indoor air quality pollutant and
pollutant pathways.34 34 8 1.66
11.1.3Describe indoor air quality evaluation and
measurement tools.36 34 6 1.61
11.1.4Explain appropriate prevention, control, and
resolution strategies for IAQ issues.35 33 8 1.64
11.1.5Identify when to involve IAQ professionals as
necessary.28 39 8 1.73
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CONTENT STANDARD 11.0: INDOOR AIR QUALITY
Performance Standard 11.1: Indoor Air Quality
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12.1.1Identify the importance of heat load calculation in
building design.24 34 18 1.92
12.1.2Differentiate sensible, latent, and total heat
gain/loss.30 30 16 1.82
12.1.3Determine U values and R values for various
building construction components.39 24 13 1.66
12.1.4Calculate Btu gain/loss values using HTM and
temperature difference factors.40 23 13 1.64
12.1.5Determine heating and cooling load temperature
difference and daily range values.40 22 14 1.66
12.1.6Explain the relationship between house
orientation and solar heat gain.43 20 12 1.59
12.1.7Conduct building component area and volume
calculations from construction drawings.47 18 11 1.53
12.1.8Conduct winter/summer infiltration calculations
using Manual J procedures.42 23 11 1.59
12.1.9Conduct heat gain calculations using Manual J
procedures.37 26 13 1.68
12.1.10Conduct heat loss calculations using Manual J
procedures.37 26 13 1.68
12.1.11Determine sensible, latent, and total heat for
house block and room values.43 21 12 1.59
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CONTENT STANDARD 12.0: RESIDENTIAL LOAD CALCULATIONS
Performance Standard 12.1: Residential Load Calculations
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13.1.1Differentiate between operating and safety
controls.10 33 31 2.28
13.1.2
Describe the sequence of operation of standing
pilot, intermittent, and direct ignition control
systems.
11 32 30 2.26
13.1.3 Interpret basic gas furnace wiring diagrams. 7 35 30 2.32
13.1.4 Explain oil furnace primary control operation. 22 38 13 1.88
13.1.5 Describe electric furnace operating sequence. 12 38 23 2.15
13.1.6 Describe hydronic heating system controls. 27 33 13 1.81
13.1.7Describe basic motor circuit troubleshooting
procedures.14 37 21 2.10
13.1.8Interpret packaged and split air conditioning
systems and wiring diagrams.15 36 22 2.10
13.1.9Identify commercial and industrial air conditioning
system control methods.25 28 19 1.92
13.1.10Describe basic electronic control system
troubleshooting procedures.16 29 28 2.16
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CONTENT STANDARD 13.0: BASIC CONTROLS
Performance Standard 13.1: Basic Controls
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14.1.1 Describe basic air flow characteristics. 12 44 17 2.07
14.1.2 Explain duct system pressures. 18 38 16 1.97
14.1.3 Calculate duct system air flow. 18 37 17 1.99
14.1.4 Determine proper air flow requirements. 12 43 17 2.07
14.1.5 Describe air distribution system configurations. 22 36 14 1.89
14.1.6Select primary heating/cooling equipment using
nationally recognized standards.25 33 14 1.85
14.1.7Determine air-side component pressure drops
from manufacturer tables.29 31 12 1.76
14.1.8Sketch a residential duct system layout using
nationally recognized standards.29 33 10 1.74
14.1.9Determine duct size based on nationally
recognized standards.19 34 19 2.00
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CONTENT STANDARD 14.0: SYSTEM AIR FLOW AND DUCT SIZING
Performance Standard 14.1: System Air Flow and Duct Sizing
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15.1.1Explain latent, sensible, and total heat
differences.21 35 15 1.92
15.1.2Diagram refrigeration cycle conditions and
components.20 33 16 1.94
15.1.3 Explain pressure-enthalpy diagrams. 35 21 14 1.70
15.1.4Describe compressor design differences,
efficiencies, and applications.30 27 13 1.76
15.1.5Explain water/air-cooled condenser operation
and performance.29 29 12 1.76
15.1.6 Describe metering device design and operation. 18 35 17 1.99
15.1.7Describe refrigeration accessory components
and operation.23 31 16 1.90
15.1.8 Describe evaporator types. 23 34 13 1.86
15.1.9Identify proper refrigerant line sizing and
installation practices.14 32 24 2.14
15.1.10Explain various refrigerant physical and chemical
properties.32 24 14 1.74
15.1.11 Explain refrigerant oil properties and application. 27 28 15 1.83
15.1.12Describe proper refrigeration system access
procedures.20 30 20 2.00
15.1.13Differentiate between recovered, recycled, and
reclaimed refrigerant.12 36 22 2.14
15.1.14Describe proper refrigerant recovery, evacuation,
and charging procedures.9 32 29 2.29
15.1.15Describe the operation of a variable refrigerant
flow system.24 30 16 1.89
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Performance Standard 15.1: Basic Air Conditioning and Refrigeration
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CONTENT STANDARD 15.0: BASIC AIR CONDITIONING AND REFRIGERATION
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16.1.1 Identify hydronic piping system configurations. 39 23 9 1.58
16.1.2 Describe hydronic system components. 36 26 8 1.60
16.1.3Explain hydronic systems drain and fill
procedures.37 25 8 1.59
16.1.4 Diagram basic hydronic system control circuits. 40 21 8 1.54
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17.1.1 Define sheet metal layout terms. 33 28 10 1.68
17.1.2 Explain parallel line development procedures. 42 19 9 1.53
17.1.3Layout and fabricate the following sheet metal
fitting: Pittsburgh seam and square elbow.30 29 11 1.73
17.1.4Layout and fabricate the following sheet metal
fitting: 90 degree elbow and transition.32 27 11 1.70
17.1.5 Explain radial line development procedures. 43 18 9 1.51
17.1.6Layout and fabricate the following sheet metal
fitting: symmetrical tapered duct.36 22 12 1.66
17.1.7Layout and fabricate the following sheet metal
fitting: square to square tapered duct.33 26 11 1.69
17.1.8Layout and fabricate the following sheet metal
fitting: two-way offset transition.36 24 10 1.63
17.1.9Layout and fabricate the following sheet metal
fitting: tapered duct section.35 25 10 1.64
17.1.10 Explain triangulation development procedures. 36 25 9 1.61
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CONTENT STANDARD 17.0: BASIC SHEET METAL
Performance Standard 17.1: Basic Sheet Metal
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CONTENT STANDARD 16.0: INTRODUCTION TO HYDRONIC SYSTEMS
Performance Standard 16.1: Introduction to Hydronic Systems
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18.1.1 Identify air conditioning system problems. 11 33 27 2.23
18.1.2Prescribe air conditioning system problem
solutions.12 32 26 2.20
18.1.3 Identify gas heating system problems. 9 32 28 2.28
18.1.4 Prescribe gas heating system problem solutions. 11 32 26 2.22
18.1.5 Identify oil heating system problems. 21 33 16 1.93
18.1.6 Prescribe oil heating system problem solutions. 25 31 14 1.84
18.1.7 Identify electric heating system problems. 11 35 24 2.19
18.1.8Prescribe electric heating system problem
solutions.14 32 23 2.13
18.1.9List gas, oil, and electric heating and air
conditioning maintenance procedures.13 36 21 2.11
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19.1.1 Explain psychometric properties. 45 21 4 1.41
19.1.2 Diagram psychometric conditions. 48 17 4 1.36
19.1.3Describe comfort conditions as applied to
psychometric properties.47 18 4 1.38
19.1.4 Use the psychometric chart to measure enthalpy. 46 19 4 1.39
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CONTENT STANDARD 19.0: FUNDAMENTALS OF PSYCHOMETRICS
Performance Standard 19.1: Fundamentals of Psychometrics
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CONTENT STANDARD 18.0: INTRODUCTION TO SERVICE
Performance Standard 18.1: Introduction to Service
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20.1.1Describe air flow and water flow measuring
devices.32 30 8 1.66
20.1.2Explain basic air flow and water flow balancing
procedures.31 30 8 1.67
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21.1.1 Describe basic HVAC control principles. 14 42 14 2.00
21.1.2Interpret basic HVAC pneumatic control
diagrams.38 23 8 1.57
21.1.3 Explain DDC control system basic operation. 38 26 5 1.52
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22.1.1 Explain commercial fan coil unit operation. 31 27 11 1.71
22.1.2Explain package unit building system
configurations.32 27 10 1.68
22.1.3 Describe building chilled water system operation. 42 21 6 1.48
22.1.4Describe induced and forced draft cooling tower
operation.44 18 6 1.44
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CONTENT STANDARD 22.0: ADVANCED HVAC SYSTEMS
Performance Standard 22.1: HVAC Systems
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Performance Standard 20.1: Testing and Balancing
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CONTENT STANDARD 21.0: INTRODUCTION TO HVAC CONTROL STRATEGIES
Performance Standard 21.1: Introduction to HVAC Control Strategies
CONTENT STANDARD 20.0: TESTING AND BALANCING
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22.2.1 Explain heat pump heating and cooling cycles. 12 35 23 2.16
22.2.2Describe the purpose and operation of various
heat pump components.11 37 21 2.14
22.2.3 Prescribe heat pump charging procedures. 10 34 25 2.22
22.2.4Differentiate heat pump time/temperature and
demand defrost control systems.16 31 22 2.09
22.2.5Explain geothermal heat pump system
applications.31 26 12 1.72
22.2.6Describe water-to-air and air-to-water heat pump
operation.26 31 12 1.80
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23.1.1 Describe air flow troubleshooting procedures. 16 36 17 2.01
23.1.2 Determine operating conditions at variable loads. 27 29 13 1.80
23.1.3Describe refrigeration side troubleshooting
procedures.16 32 21 2.07
23.1.4Troubleshoot residential and commercial control
systems.14 36 19 2.07
23.1.5 Interpret manufacturer schematics. 10 35 23 2.19
23.1.6 Analyze furnace troubleshooting values. 11 41 17 2.09
23.1.7 Apply furnace troubleshooting values. 12 38 19 2.10
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Performance Standard 22.2: Heat Pump Systems
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CONTENT STANDARD 23.0: ADVANCED TROUBLESHOOTING
Performance Standard 23.1: Advanced Troubleshooting
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24.1.1 Apply international fuel gas code standards. 11 31 27 2.23
24.1.2 Apply international mechanical code standards. 12 31 26 2.20
24.1.3Apply HVAC rules and statutes as it pertains to
the IDAPA administrative code.14 29 26 2.17
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CONTENT STANDARD 24.0: CODE REVIEW
Performance Standard 24.1: Code Review
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